Head of Finance

Responsibilities: — Prepare budgets, plan financial performance, and monitor budget execution. — Conduct plan vs. actual analysis, identify variances, and develop recommendations for corrective actions. — Participate in financial planning and period-end performance reviews. — Monitor the accuracy and consistency of accounting and management records. — Review financial and accounting reports, reconcile data, and ensure the quality of financial information. — Participate in developing and optimizing financial flows within a geographically distributed group of companies. — Improve financial processes and interactions between Group entities. — Participate in the automation of accounting and financial processes, including the implementation and development of 1C solutions. — Define requirements for accounting system customizations and oversee their implementation together with relevant specialists. — Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, regulations, and internal instructions. — Handle accounting and tax-related matters and independently research and interpret applicable regulations. — Work closely with accounting, finance, legal, and other teams on financial matters. — Coordinate and oversee the work of a finance team member, including task allocation and prioritization. — Take ownership of ad hoc financial tasks and participate in new projects as required. Requirements: — 5+ years of experience in accounting and/or finance, ideally including experience as a Chief Accountant, Deputy Chief Accountant, Finance Manager, or in a similar role. — Strong understanding of accounting principles and methodology. — Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, and methods for checking the accuracy and completeness of accounting records. — Practical experience with primary accounting documentation, fixed assets, inventory/materials, accounts payable and receivable, banking operations, and reconciliations. — Experience with budgeting and plan vs. actual analysis. — Understanding of financial flows and financial control principles. — Experience working with multiple legal entities is a strong advantage. — Experience with 1C and understanding of accounting process automation. — Ability to document financial processes and develop internal policies, procedures, and instructions. — Strong knowledge of accounting and tax legislation, with the ability to independently research and interpret regulatory requirements. — High attention to detail and a strong focus on data accuracy. — Ability to independently investigate unfamiliar issues and find practical solutions. — Willingness to work with both recurring operational tasks and non-standard financial matters. Nice to have: — Experience working with international or geographically distributed groups of companies. — Knowledge of European accounting standards and/or IFRS. — Experience participating in the implementation or significant customization of 1C. — Experience with intercompany financial transactions and reconciliations. — Experience preparing management reporting. — English language proficiency. Benefits: — Official employment in Cyprus with relocation and work permit support; — 21 working days of paid vacation; — International environment and direct influence on company growth; — Fast decision-making and minimal bureaucracy; — Modern tools and strong support from the team and leadership. Knowledge of European accounting standards is not mandatory if you have a strong background in Russian accounting standards and are willing to learn and adapt to new requirements.